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12 31 ... Replacing alternator belt pulley

Special tools required: 

Remove and install alternator drive belt.

Depending on alternator type, grip shaft with:

Release nut with special tool 12 7 110.

Fig 1: Removing Alternator Drive Belt
G03206266Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Tightening torque, 12 31 2AZ / 12 31 3AZ. Refer to ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .